Azusa Pacific University Reviews of Master's in Nursing

"the teachers are really helpful for the ELM program, they are overall very knowledgeable and keen on ensuring that new grad nurses understand the most important aspects and that the students feel well prepared to enter the nursing workforce. Most of the classes are helpful in building foundational knowledge in nursing, though there is indeed ALOT of busy work and assignments that don't really have that much relevance and that you will likely immediately forget once you into the field. I liked most of the classes and thought the information was important, though there were a few classes that will definitely raise your blood pressure specifically scientific writing, research methods and ethics. These classes all require several papers that you will most likely lose sleep, sanity and your health trying to write..... The assignments take enormous amounts of time that is probably better spent teaching students more practical knowledge.......Despite this though the program does provide quality education and the staff and generally very helpful and supportive. The staff are more than willing to write letters of recommendation, help further your understanding and clarify things. Additionally the staff are honest about what to expect on the NCLEX as well as what can be expected in the nursing work environment. Every nursing school is gonna have some amount of BS, that being said I would definitely recommend this program to anyone looking to go into nursing."

"I am currently in the ELM Nursing program at APU studying to become a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. The academics are outstanding. The professors are very knowledgeable and available for any help that a student may need. The classes prepare students for the NCLEX and for their careers. The program is very quick and intense. Their is a lot of work and it does not allow for a consistent job because the schedule changes constantly, however it is completely manageable. Students get a variety of clinical experience including med surgical, rehabilitation, Obstetrics, pediatrics, critical care and community health. The last semester is a 7 week residency in the hospital. This program is wonderful and I highly recommend it."

"I am currently enrolled at APU for the post-master's certificate for PMHNP. One of the most positive aspect of this program is the school's ability to place their students for clinical rotations or internships. This provides great relief for me as I would not have to worry about looking for placement. Another strong point is the faculty's and graduate professional center's support and availability to meet with me. So far, I have not found anything negative about the program specifically. Although I wish the school offers the core courses at other campuses, not just the West Campus."

"This is my first semester at Azusa Pacific, but so far the staff has been wonderful, they have been very helpful. The campus is clean, there is plenty of security around. Love it"

"I am new student, begun my masters program in Jan of 2014. So far I have had a great experience at Azusa Pacific. The staff are friendly and supportive in my transition as a student considering I work full time and I am a single mother of 2. I feel confident that I will succeed in this school and get the best education possible to become a nurse practitioner. At the time, I don't have any cons."

"This school is well known for its Family Nurse Practitioner program. They gear for working nurses who are trying to finish their Masters. The quality of the program is exceptional and this school is willing to help you out through the program."